Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better American Akita or De Kochyano Spai?

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Name	Akita	Afghan Shepherd
Origins	Japan	Afghanistan
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	De Kochyano Spai Jangi Spai Sage Jangi Sage Kuchi Kuchi Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Is the Akita bigger than the Afghan Shepherd breed? Is an Akita smaller than an Afghan Shepherd?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 132 lbs (60 kg), Female: 102 lbs (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Is an Akita taller than an Afghan Shepherd?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 28-35 inches (71-89 cm), Female: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 31,5 inches (80 cm), Female: 29,5 inches (75 cm)

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Akita and Afghan Shepherd?	$800-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Akita or Afghan Shepherd smarter? Which is best? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Afghan Shepherd is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Akita vs Afghan Shepherd trainability comparison. What's the difference between Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Aloof Dignified Independent Clownish Happy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Afghan Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Afghan Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Akita vs Afghan Shepherd social needs comparison:	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Akita vs Afghan Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Akita vs Afghan Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Afghan Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Afghan Shepherd barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Afghan Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Afghan Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Afghan Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Akita more dangerous than an Afghan Shepherd?	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Afghan Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Akita vs Afghan Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Afghan Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Cataracts Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Glaucoma Corneal Dystrophy Pannus Demodicosis Muscular Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Afghan Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Akita vs Afghan Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Akita and Afghan Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Akita and Afghan Shepherd?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Afghan Shepherd: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd energy level comparison:	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Afghan Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akita vs Afghan Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Afghan Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Does the Akita breed eat more than the Afghan Shepherd breed?	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Afghan Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Dense Thick
Colors What are the original Akita and Afghan Shepherd color? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd color comparison:	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Any color, dark spots
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Afghan Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Do Akita dogs shed more than Afghan Shepherd dogs?	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Afghan Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Akita vs Afghan Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Afghan Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Afghan Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Afghan Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Akita or Afghan Shepherd?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Can an Akita and an Afghan Shepherd be friends? Do Akita dogs get along with Afghan Shepherd dogs?	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Afghan Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Afghan Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Afghan Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Afghan Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Akita or Afghan Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Akita vs Afghan Shepherd?	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Afghan Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Akita and Afghan Shepherd have? Akita vs Afghan Shepherd litter size comparison:	3-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Akita vs Afghan Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	Unknown

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